It would be impossible to go and return the same day; there was the farm to inspect, and most likely they would have to consult the lawyer.

The matter ended by Cedric volunteering to go back with Malcolm when he returned to town, and talk the matter over with Harry Strickland; and if any decent lodgings could be found in the little town of Donnarton, they would stop at least one night.
As early a day as possible was to be fixed, and all the arrangements were to be made by the gentlemen.

Dinah was evidently charmed with the prospect of seeing the Priory; but Elizabeth's ardour quickly cooled when she found it would be necessary to remain the night.

"I suppose you could not go without me, Die ?" she observed when alone with her sister.

Then Dinah's face fell.
"Oh, Betty dear, that would spoil everything," she said in a distressed tone.